Uganda’s refugee-friendly policies: Uganda’s progressive approach to refugee self-reliance
Uganda is globally recognised as one of the most progressive refugee hosting nations. Uganda is home to more than 1.9 million refugees and asylum seekers (UNHCR, 2025), and its refugee policy stands out in a global context where many states maintain restrictive asylum systems. Unlike many host countries, Uganda grants refugees the right to work, move freely, and access public services, embedding self-reliance at the...
Fleeing War, Finding Uncertainty: The Challenges Faced by Sudanese Refugees in Egypt
Background During the early twentieth century, Sudan was a protectorate of Egypt (in the north) and the United Kingdom (in the south), known as the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium. But, in 1956, the Republic of Sudan declared independence after Egypt and the United Kingdom relinquished their sovereignty. However, at this time, there was a stark divide between the northern region (wealthier, Muslim majority) and the southern region (less developed and Christian majority. This...
